Vehicle Controls Calibration Engineer, Drivability

Lucid Motors; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 145,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the automotive industry is seeking a Vehicle Controls Calibration Engineer specializing in drivability. The role involves calibrating high-performance vehicles' torque control systems, collaborating with engineers, and improving algorithms. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vehicle dynamics and powertrain calibration, with excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

401k

Vacation

Equity Participation

Incentive Programs

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Extensive experience in powertrain or drivability calibration.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate torque control systems on high-performance vehicles.
• Create and execute test plans to validate calibrations.

Skills

Vehicle Dynamics

Data Analysis

Effective Team Collaboration

Written Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Vector CANape

ECU Diagnostic Tools

Matlab/Simulink

Git

Job description

Vehicle Controls Calibration Engineer, Drivability

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Job Title: Vehicle Controls Calibration Engineer, Drivability

Job Description

We are seeking an Engineer for drivability and powertrain calibration. This role requires a passionate engineer with expertise in subjective assessment, electric powertrains, and control theory to calibrate accelerator pedal response, hold functions, and related systems. Candidates should have a can-do attitude, approach problems with a first-principles mindset, make data-driven decisions, communicate effectively, and work well in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate torque control systems on high-performance vehicles to meet performance, drivability, and efficiency goals.
• Define attribute goals for drivability and collaborate with powertrain and controls engineers to tune hardware and software.
• Develop understanding of systems and improve algorithms to meet attribute goals.
• Travel to test facilities worldwide to calibrate systems in various conditions.
• Create and execute test plans to validate calibrations against subjective, objective, regulatory, and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of vehicle dynamics, electric powertrains, and control theory; ability to understand and solve new systems from first principles.
• Extensive experience in powertrain or drivability calibration, especially for electric or high-performance vehicles.
• Effective team collaboration and feedback skills.
• Ability to translate subjective feedback into calibration improvements through data analysis.
• Excellent written communication skills for documenting progress and findings.
• Experience with tools like Vector CANape, ECU diagnostic tools, Matlab/Simulink, Git, etc.
• Driving experience recommended.
• Bachelor's degree in electrical, computer, mechanical engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of relevant professional experience.

Compensation and Benefits

Salary range: $145,600 - $200,200 USD annually, depending on location and experience. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, vacation, 401k, and potential participation in equity and incentive programs.

Additional Information

Lucid Motors does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our careers email or employees. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and we welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Job Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Management and Manufacturing
• Industry: Motor Vehicle Manufacturing